Your Voice Needed: Proposed Changes to Flood Zones
Published Date: 3/12/2025
Notice
Summary
FEMA is asking for your thoughts on new flood risk maps that could change flood zones and water levels in certain communities. These updates might affect flood insurance rules and costs, so if you live or work in these areas, now’s the time to speak up. Act fast—your feedback helps shape safer neighborhoods and insurance options!
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Flood maps may change your zone
FEMA is proposing changes to Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for certain communities. The proposed changes may add or modify Base Flood Elevations (BFE), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways for the communities listed in the notice.
Communities must adopt flood rules to keep NFIP
The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of floodplain management measures that a community must adopt or show it already has in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). If your community is listed, local adoption or proof of these measures is required for NFIP participation.
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